International Tax Manaager
Resume:
Mirza Imtiaz Ahmed
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Email: *********@*****.***
Cell: 412-***-****
PROFILE SUMMARY
A seasoned tax professional and senior government executive with over 25 years of comprehensive experience in international taxation, financial management, tax audits, compliance, and policy formulation. Adept in managing high-profile audits for large corporations, structuring cross-border transactions, and negotiating complex international tax matters. Highly skilled in strategic tax planning, risk-based audits, and optimizing tax policies. Proven leader with expertise in managing cross-functional teams, developing tax reform programs, and implementing technology-driven solutions to enhance operational efficiency. Holds advanced degrees from prestigious institutions, with a strong foundation in both public administration and tax law. CORE COMPETENCIES
• Audit & Compliance: Risk-based audit systems, tax audits, accounting standards
(GAAP, IFRS), and tax reporting.
• Policy Development: Tax reforms, fiscal policy proposals, corporate tax compliance and regulatory strategy.
• Tax Administration: IRS Code, tax administration reforms, government tax systems, and automation in tax audit selection processes.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Team leadership, training, succession planning, and cross- functional collaboration in both private and government sectors.
• Financial Management: Budgeting, financial forecasting, strategic financial planning, and resource allocation.
• International Taxation: Cross-border tax structures, transfer pricing, FATCA, tax treaties, double taxation avoidance (UN, US, OECD Models), global tax dispute resolution.
EDUCATION
MIT Sloan Fellows Program in Innovation & Global Leadership (MBA) Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA MIT Sloan
Master of Science in Accounting & Taxation (LLM)
Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA
GGU
Master of Public Management (MPM)
Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
Heinz College
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
Allama Iqbal Medical College, Lahore, Pakistan
AIMC
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Revenue Fiscal Analyst Supervisor
Pennsylvania Department of Revenue Harrisburg, PA Sept 2024 – Present
• Lead the analysis and optimization of enforcement operations for tax collections, with a focus on delinquent accounts and casework performance.
• Develop data-driven policy recommendations to improve tax collection efficiency and implement strategic tax programs for the state.
• Supervise and mentor a team of fiscal analysts, ensuring effective operations and adherence to tax compliance standards.
• Oversee the management and governance of Pennsylvania's Tax Hub (PATH), providing ongoing oversight and training to ensure compliance. Fiscal / Finance Professional
University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA
Nov 2023 – Mar 2024
• Managed complex grant applications, including SF-424, overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, and expenditure management.
• Collaborated closely with program directors and regional partners to streamline operational and financial reporting processes.
Tax & Finance Advisor
Schinner & Shain LLP San Francisco, CA
Mar 2022 – Nov 2023
• Provided expert tax planning and compliance advice to multinational corporations, including structuring cross-border transactions and resolving complex audit cases.
• Led the preparation of appeals for high-stakes tax disputes, including litigation in District Court, Court of Federal Claims, and Commissioner IT Appeals.
• Conducted extensive research on global tax regulations and transfer pricing matters, offering tailored solutions to international clients. Chief Taxpayer Audit
Federal Board of Revenue, Pakistan Islamabad, Pakistan Jan 2021 – Mar 2022
• Spearheaded the implementation of a nationwide "Risk-Based Audit" software, transforming tax audit selection from random to data-driven risk-based methodologies.
• Negotiated and secured a $400 million tax reforms program, "Pakistan Raises Revenues," with the World Bank, enhancing the tax collection system.
• Facilitated tax reforms and resolved taxpayer grievances, collaborating with industry stakeholders and Big Four firms.
Commissioner, Large Taxpayers (International Tax)
Internal Revenue Service, Pakistan Islamabad, Pakistan Jan 2020 – Dec 2020
• Directed tax matters for non-resident corporations, managing complex cases involving double taxation, tax credits, and jurisdictional disputes.
• Managed cross-border tax issues in industries such as oil & gas, banking, DFIs, and real estate, providing strategic guidance to large multinational clients. Chief Taxpayer Audit
Federal Board of Revenue, Pakistan Islamabad, Pakistan Jan 2015 – Dec 2019
• Developed and implemented Pakistan's first automated risk-based tax audit system, enhancing the efficiency and transparency of the audit process.
• Led a nationwide transition from random audits to a more targeted and systematic approach to tax enforcement.
• Successfully restructured tax administration processes, reducing the human factor in audits through the integration of technology.
Commissioner, Withholding Taxes
Federal Board of Revenue, Pakistan Islamabad, Pakistan Jan 2014 – Dec 2015
• Oversaw the collection and compliance of withholding taxes under multiple sections of the IRS Code, achieving a significant increase in revenue generation.
• Delivered policy insights and led initiatives to improve tax collection from prizes, winnings, imports, and non-resident transactions.
Director General of Finance & Accounting
Pakistan Federal Government Islamabad, Pakistan
Apr 2010 – Apr 2011
• Managed a fund of Rs. 220 billion across multiple investment portfolios, achieving a 20% annual yield.
• Introduced innovative financial controls and technology-driven solutions to reduce fraud and increase transparency.
PUBLICATIONS & SCHOLARLY CONTRIBUTIONS
• Books:
o Selection Methodology of Tax Returns for Audits
o Sales Tax Audits in Pakistan
o Co-authored Income Tax Audit Manual/Handbook for tax reforms in Pakistan.
• Articles & Papers:
o Authored numerous articles on fiscal policy, taxation strategies, and international tax dispute resolutions.
o Published papers on improving tax collection systems and integrating technology in tax administration.
• Academic Engagement:
o Visiting Faculty, University of South Asia (Organizational Behavior, Budgeting, Management Control Systems).
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Tax Audit Software: Developed automated auditing software for tax return selection at the national level.
• Financial Tools: Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power BI, Access), SQL, RIA, CCH, LexisNexis, CANVAS, LEAPP, HRIS.
• Financial Systems: Experienced in managing financial reports, dashboards, and compliance documentation using advanced accounting software. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Languages: Fluent in English, Urdu, and Punjabi.
• Continuous Professional Education: Life-long learner about global economic trends.
• Volunteer Work: JCC Age-well program, Squirrel Hill. Participated in community- based health and social reform programs, improving public health awareness in addition to the tax literacy.
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